GOLF ESCAPES

Short Haul: France
Saint Endreol.
Granville is one of France’s closest versions
of a British links with sand dunes, plateau
greens and wispy rough. St Julien, close to
Pont l’Evêque, and Vaudreuil, a Hawtree
design, are other fine options.
In Brittany, Pleneuf Val Andre is one of
France’s top 30 courses and offers a hint
of links, a bit of parkland golf and a
suggestion of heathland, while Dinard was
laid out by feted Tom Dunn and is the
second-oldest course in France, dating back
to 1887. St Malo is laid out in the ancient
hunting grounds of Mesnil Forest.
We are huge fans of the Opal Coast area,
where two clubs with 80 magnificent holes
between them – plus excellent 18-hole
venues – make for a superb trip.
Brits have been holidaying in this Pas de
Calais region of Hardelot and Le Touquet
for over a century and more, lured by the
clean beaches, better weather and fine food
in small towns that cater for visitors’
demands while still remaining charming.
Hardelot and Le Touquet are the multicourse
venues in the area and both boast a
Ryder Cup
2018 host
Golf National.
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